Top 20 Books at E-Books Directory

A Course of Pure Mathematics
by G. H. Hardy
G. H. Hardy was one of the greatest mathematicians of the 20th century. When the first edition appeared in 1908, it was the only comprehensive introduction to analysis in the English language. It remains unsurpassed in that genre in any language.
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A First Book in Algebra
by Wallace C. Boyden - Project Gutenberg
It is expected that this work will result in a knowledge of general truths about numbers, and an increased power of clear thinking. The book is prepared for classes in the upper grades of grammar schools, or any classes of beginners.
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The Kama Sutra of Vatsyayana
by Vatsyayana - Project Gutenberg
The Kama Sutra is an ancient Indian text widely considered to be the standard work on human sexual behavior in Sanskrit literature written by the Indian scholar Vatsyayana. A portion of the work consists of practical advice on sex.
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Concise Hydraulics
by Dawei Han - BookBoon
Introductory textbook on hydraulics written for undergraduate students in civil and environmental engineering, environmental science and geography. The aim of this book is to provide a concise and comprehensive coverage of hydraulics.
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Surreal Numbers: An Introduction
by Claus Tondering
This text will provide the readers with a free and accessible introduction to a very fascinating subject. The author is not a mathematician by profession, the book shows that pure mathematics is not that complicated once you get down to the rules.
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Applied Mechanics
by Gaetano Lanza - J. Wiley
The work is a treatise on strength and stability, a number of subjects usually included in treatises on applied mechanics are omitted. It is primarily a text-book, the different subjects are presented in the best way for the progress of the class.
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Algorithms
by S. Dasgupta, C. H. Papadimitriou, and U. V. Vazirani - McGraw-Hill
The undergraduate book on algorithms. Instead of dwelling on formal proofs, this book distills in each case the crisp mathematical idea that makes the algorithm work. In other words, this book emphasizes rigor over formalism.
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Principles of Computer Systems
by Butler Lampson, Martin Rinard - MIT OpenCourseWare
An introduction to the basic principles of computer systems, with emphasis on the use of rigorous techniques as an aid to understanding and building modern computing systems. Particular attention is paid to concurrent and distributed systems.
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Introduction to Statics and Dynamics
by Rudra Pratap, Andy Ruina - Cornell University
This is an engineering statics and dynamics text intended as both an introduction and as a reference. The book emphasizes use of vectors, free-body diagrams, momentum and energy balance and computation. Intuitive approaches are discussed throughout.
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Engineering Mathematics 1
by Ian Craw, Stuart Dagger, John Pulham
Introduction of elementary mathematical ideas useful in the study of Engineering. The text covers the derivative, maxima and minima, integration, reduction formulas, complex numbers, matrices, Taylor series, and differential equations.
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Introduction to Programming in Java: An Interdisciplinary Approach
by Robert Sedgewick, Kevin Wayne - Princeton University
This book is an interdisciplinary approach to the traditional CS1 curriculum. It teaches all of the classic elements of programming. The book is organized around four areas of computer science: programming, machine architecture, theory, and systems.
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Applied Mechanics for Beginners
by John Duncan - Macmillan and co
In the preparation of this little book, the object has been to provide students of engineering and allied constructive arts with a practical statement of the principles of Mechanics essential to an intelligent interest in their occupations.
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PHP Cookbook
by Adam Trachtenberg, David Sklar - O'Reilly Media
A collection of problems, solutions, and practical examples for PHP programmers. The book describes the best practices for everyday PHP programming dilemmas. It contains over 250 recipes, ranging from simple tasks to entire programs.
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Numerical Recipes in Fortran 90
by William H. Press, at al. - Cambridge University Press
Numerical Recipes in Fortran 90 contains a detailed introduction to the Fortran 90 language and to the basic concepts of parallel programming, plus source code for all routines from the second edition of Numerical Recipes.
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C Programming in Linux
by David Haskins - BookBoon
Using a series of web development examples, this book will give you an interesting glimpse into a powerful lower-level world. C is tight and spare and economical, and people who know C will ensure critical systems keep running.
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Advanced Calculus and Analysis
by Ian Craw - University of Aberdeen
Introductory calculus course, with some leanings to analysis. It covers sequences, monotone convergence, limits, continuity, differentiability, infinite series, power series, differentiation of functions of several variables, and multiple integrals.
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C++ Neural Networks and Fuzzy Logic
by Valluru B. Rao, Hayagriva Rao - M & T Books
The book provides a logical and easy-to-follow progression through C++ programming for two of the most popular technologies for artificial intelligence -- neural and fuzzy programming. The authors cover theory as well as practical examples.
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Book of Proof
by Richard Hammack - Virginia Commonwealth University
This textbook is an introduction to the standard methods of proving mathematical theorems. It is written for an audience of mathematics majors at Virginia Commonwealth University, and is intended to prepare the students for more advanced courses.
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Algebra I
- CK-12 Foundation
CK-12 Foundation's Algebra FlexBook is an introduction to algebraic concepts for the high school student. Topics include: Equations and Functions, Real Numbers, Equations of Lines, Solving Systems of Equations and Quadratic Equations.
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Algebra for Beginners
by James Loudon - Copp, Clark & Co
Contents: Addition; Subtraction; Double Signs and Brackets; Multiplication; Division; Simple Equations; Involution and Evolution; The Highest Common Measure; The Lowest Common Multiple; Fractions; Quadratic Equations; Simultaneous Equations; etc.
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